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2001's new normal

TORRINGTON – Twenty-three years ago, the United States was under attack. Since then, changes have been made to keep the country safer. According to Torrington Police Department Chief Matt Johnson, there were three big changes made to law enforcement.

Empowering local businesses

TORRINGTON – Brian Young starts this week as the new CEO of Go Goshen. Many residents of Goshen County know Go Goshen through its active Facebook page, Events calendar, Goshen Bucks program, and tourism initiatives. Those are, however, just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Go Goshen’s efforts to attract and grow businesses in the county. 

TMS off to a good start

TORRINGTON – This year, principal James Catlin of Torrington Middle School is focused on making sure no kids slip through the cracks. He is utilizing the new programs the county has introduced to do this. 

Yoder council appeals section of ordinance for Lacy Street

YODER – The Yoder Town Council held their regular council meeting for September Monday at the Yoder Community Building.  
Sports
Southeast High School junior Kaycee Kosmicki won the girls’ varsity race at the Gering Invite on September 6.

Local harriers snag gold, bronze in Gering

Two Goshen County athletes broke into the top five at the Gering cross-country invitational on Friday.

Senior Preston Telford putts during the opening round of the Torrington Invite at Cottonwood Country Club on Thursday, September 5.
The THS golf team posted solid performances at the Torrington Invite on Thursday and Friday.
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The Lady Cyclones celebrate a point against Pine Bluffs during the cliffhanger home game on Saturday, September 7. Pictured, from left, are sophomore Brylie Booth, junior Hadley Leithead, junior Keana Llewellyn, sophomore Rein Coulson, senior Anna Hartman and senior Brooklyn Leithead.
The Southeast High School Lady Cyclones won a nail-biter five set battle against Pine Bluffs on Saturday.
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EWC rodeo team opens season at Chadron

EWC sophomore Taydon Gorsuch competes in steer wrestling at the rodeo hosted by Chadron State College over the first weekend of September.

The EWC Lancer rodeo team kicked off the 2024-2025 season at Chadron State the previous weekend.

Tennis conference heats up

The Torrington High School tennis teams played three opponents over the course of two days.

Doggers trounce Wind River

Senior Ned Nelson completes a catch in the end zone to score LFL’s second touchdown of the game against Wind River on September 6.

The Lingle-Fort Laramie High School Doggers overwhelmed Wind River in the regular season-opener on Friday.

Lady Doggers defeat Pine Bluffs

Senior Grace Gibson serves the ball during the LFL Dogger Invite on August 30. Gibson posted two aces against Pine Bluffs on September 5.

The Lingle-Fort Laramie High School Lady Doggers won a cliffhanger against Pine Bluffs on Thursday.

Lady Blazers post undefeated weekend versus 3A rivals

Senior Teryn Stokes, right, slams over a kill against Rawlins during the September 7 home game. Also pictured is senior Jaycee Hurley in back.

The Torrington High School Lady Blazers improved their record to 7-2 following three victories over the weekend.

Obituaries
Daniel John Anderson
TORRINGTON – There will be no services held at this time for Daniel John Anderson, 77, who died September 7, 2024 at Torrington Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. He was born December 10, 1946 in Larkspur, Colorado the son of Louis and Mildred (Flierl) Anderson. Colyer Funeral Home assisted the family with the cremation arrangements. 
Dorothy Jean (Schwartzkopf) Smallwood
MORRISON, COLORADO – Dorothy Jean (Schwartzkopf) Smallwood, 87, passed away August 20, 2024, in Morrison, Colorado, after a long Illness.
Beth (Hone) Melonuk
FORT LARAMIE – Beth (Hone) Melonuk of Fort Laramie, died at her home on August 3, 2024, with her husband at her side. 
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Community

The history of Labor Day

TORRINGTON – Labor Day is a holiday observed on the first Monday of September. It is an annual celebration of the American worker’s social and economic achievements.   For some, …

UW Extension to host Wyoming Bee College Conference in Casper Sept. 13-14

CASPER – Anyone interested in bees or beekeeping is invited to attend the 2024 Wyoming Bee College, to be held Friday, Sept. 13, through Saturday, Sept. 14. The conference, organized by the …

Garden party to benefit Gracie’s Promise

TORRINGTON – George and Geri Zeimens are inviting the community to a Timeless Treasures Simple Pleasures fall garden party with vintage charm on Saturday, September 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at …

Smoke settled into Goshen County

TORRINGTON – Thursday, August 22, Torrington woke up to a smoke over the town. Due to the numerous wildfires throughout Wyoming, Torrington and surrounding areas saw effects.   Up …
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Emergency services rolling log

July 23-24 14:45 – Vin inspection – Occurred on US Highway 85. 2012 drop deck trailer. Call prior to going. Disposition completed. 14:50 – Animal call – Occurred on …

Court fines for 8/20 - 9/2

Criminal dispositions – August 20, 2024-September 2, 2024 August 24 Lisa E. Johnson, LaGrange, vehicle turning at intersection yield to approaching traffic, $90. Jason Hall, …

Wyoming news

Barrasso, Hageman win big; Williams, Smith take local races

 Rob Mortimore TORRINGTON – Wyoming Senator John Barrasso and Representative Harriet Hageman cruised to victories in the August 21, 2024 primary election, while JD Williams and Scott …

Fire consumes livestock, feed, structures

GILLETTE – According to a recent social media update from the Wyoming Bureau of Land Management on August 28, there are a total of 290,842 acres on fire in a combination of four area wildfires …

State wildfires making way for invasive plants

WYOMING – Over several weeks, wildfires have ravaged northeastern Wyoming, burning nearly half a million acres of land in the Cowboy State and Montana. State firefighters have made progress …

UW seeks input on concealed carry law

LARAMIE – The University of Wyoming is seeking feedback on potential changes to the college regulation 6-4, the use of university buildings, grounds and services in a survey available online. …

Opinion
Hello! I am Gabrielle David, a new member of the Torrington Telegram team. I was born in Torrington, and I’ve lived here my entire life. Both of my parents worked at the Torrington Telegram …
As summertime quickly comes to a crawl, an area fire has an effect in Goshen County and the surrounding areas. Although summertime temperatures are slowly dropping into cooler, fall weather much of …
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Local News
TORRINGTON – Goshen County Public Library provides a number of resources to those who have a membership card. 
GOSHEN COUNTY –Throughout history, women’s equality has been seen within our female community members who have unlikely roles. Some of these noble women have taken career paths where …

EWC announces Fall Honor Roll

Eastern oming College named 122 students on the college’s Fall 2023 President’s Honor Roll and the Dean’s List. The President’s Honor Roll recognizes full time students (12 or more credit hours) who achieved a 4.0 grade point average. To qualify for the Dean’s Honor Roll, students must be full time and achieve a grade point average of 3.5, but less than 4.0.

Lingle Town Council Members discuss various issues on the agenda just prior to the commencement of Wednesday night’s meeting. Pictured from left to right are council members Tabitha Lambert, Kathy Willhelm, mayor Micah Foster, and Shelly Duncan.

Lingle council pays attention to trees

LINGLE – The Lingle Town Council met at the Community Center at 6 p.m. Wednesday for the mandatory discussion of weekly agenda items. Present at the meeting was mayor Micah Foster along …

GCSD approves 2024-’25 budget

TORRINGTON – During a special meeting and annual budget hearing, the Goshen County School District adopted the 2024-2025 budget. The meeting, held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, opened …

Festival of Sight to benefit Torrington Lions

TORRINGTON – Pioneer Park in Torrington will be a happening place to be on Saturday, July 20 as the Torrington Lion’s Club hosts the annual Festival of Sight and activities kick off at 9 …

Local business joins hemp community suit

TORRINGTON – CinD’s CBD and Vape, a local cannabidiol (CBD) retailer, along with other hemp retailers and agriculture organizations are claiming Wyoming’s recent ban on hemp …

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public notices
Public Notice No. 9115
Tuesday August 21, 2024 The Board of County Commissioners of Goshen County, Wyoming met in regular session on the above date at 9:00 am at the Goshen County Courthouse
Public Notice No. 9114
PROCLAMATION AND NOTICE OF ELECTION COTTONWOOD ACRES IMPROVEMENT AND SERVICE DISTRICT Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Public Notice Is Hereby Given that the Goshen County Board of County Commissioners have directed that an election shall take place on the organization of the proposed Cottonwood Acres Improvement and Service District and directing that the questions of formation of the district and election of initial directors be held by mail ballot.
Public Notice No. 9110
NOTICE is hereby given to any owners or claimants of any personal property currently in possession of the Torrington Police Department and set forth on Exhibits 1, 2 and 3 attached to a Petition For Order To Show Cause
Public Notice No. 9113
The City of Torrington will hold a public hearing for the community’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities, with the proposed funding made available from the Wyoming Community Development Authority (WCDA) CDBG Program
Public Notice No. 9112
The Torrington City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, August 20, 2024